Private Foundation · MA · Private Independent Foundations
Comet Foundation
Boston, MA · EIN 861967040 · Website (ProPublica) ↗ · 990s on ProPublica ↗
Assets
$14.2M
Total Giving
$688K
Grants on File
3
Average Grant
$229K
Giving Radius
Where Comet Foundation Has Given
Section I
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted in writing and include any pertinent materials applicants would like to have considered by the trustees.
On Unsolicited Proposals yes
Restrictions
Not applicable
Section IV
Recent Grants
| Recipient | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge, MA | $500K | 2023 |
| Hanover, NH | $62K | 2023 |
| South Hamilton, MA | $125K | 2022 |
3 grants total
Section VI
Filing History
Year-by-year financial summary from IRS 990-PF filings. Total assets and qualifying distributions show the foundation's growth and giving trajectory.
| Year | Total Assets | Qualifying Distributions | Total Revenue | Total Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12.4M | $635K | $106K | $731K |
| 2022 | $13.0M | $528K | $6.7M | $324K |
| 2021 | $6.6M | $102K | $6.6M | — |
| 2020 | $1 | — | $1 | — |
Section VII
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